Yesterday morning, Kensington Palace announced that Kate Middleton had underwent a “planned abdominal surgery” that would keep her in the hospital for 10-14 days. No further details regarding the nature of the surgery were released, but that hasn’t stopped fans from speculating, wondering what type of surgery requires such an extended recovery? Here’s everything we know.
Kate Middleton Hospitalized For 'Planned' Surgery
The statement from Kensington Palace revealed that Kate was admitted to the hospital on Tuesday for a planned abdominal surgery, which was performed on Wednesday. "The surgery was successful," the statement reads, "and it is expected that she will remain in hospital for ten to fourteen days, before returning home to continue her recovery."
"Based on the current medical advice," the statement continues, "she is unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter." Easter this year falls on March 31st, meaning the Princess of Wales is looking at a 2+ month recovery. After her surgery, Kate will recover at home in Windsor.
According to People, Prince William will also be postponing public duties to support Kate during her recovery and take care of their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
Kate Middleton's 14 Day Hospital Stay
This news of the King's hospital stay follows the announcement of Kate Middleton's "planned abdominal surgery" that will keep her in the hospital for 10-14 days, which occurred on Tuesday. Kensington Palace released a statement yesterday assuring royal fans that "the surgery was successful" and that "it is expected that she will remain in hospital for ten to fourteen days, before returning home to continue her recovery."
"Based on the current medical advice," the statement continues, "she is unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter." Easter this year falls on March 31st, meaning the Princess of Wales is looking at a 2+ month recovery. After her surgery, Kate will recover at home in Windsor.
According to People, Prince William will also be postponing public duties to support Kate during her recovery and take care of their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
